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Umhlaba umangele (The world trembles)
By Sigogo N.S.
In this story of African resistance to forced eviction from the land. In such instances, untold suffering visited the African communities as white farmers forcibly removed them from their lands.
First Published: 1990
ISBN: 0 86922 463 8
Page Extent: 141
The Shona and Zimbabwe (1900-1850)
By Beach D.N.
This is an excellent outline of the history of the Shona people. Beach has lived in Zimbabwe for over twenty years, and has spent almost half that time working on the history of the Shona, turning in 1972 from the Shona in the late nineteenth century to their history. This book cannot be fully understood without some knowledge of what went before and the way it came to be written. A book for historian academics and history lovers in general.
First Published: 1980
ISBN: 0 86922 148 5
Page Extent: 427
Pfuma ndeyamaoko (Success through hardwork)
By Gutsa R.J.D.
Chief Chivimaushe makes a surprise attack on Chief Marwei. He destroys Chief marwei's village and kills both the chief and his commander-in-chief, Zvauyanepi. among the booty collected are Chinamo, Zvauyanepi's wife and Kufakunesu his son. Chnhamo is made Chief Chivimaushe's wife. Mabvura, his commander-in-chief also loves this woman. A seed of hatred is sown in his heart. He, Kufakunesu, who is living with him and other soldiers conspire against the chief.
First Published: 1995
ISBN: 0 86922 198 1
Page Extent: 69
Imvelo lolimi lweSiNdebele
By Ndhlukula N.P.
Ndhlukula discusses the origins of the black races and their experiences, from the point of view of the Ndebele. He also presents some important elements of the lives of the Ndebele, their beliefs, customs, language, etc. A very valuable book indeed.
First Published: 1980
ISBN: 0 86922 0
Page Extent: 168
Kuda Muhondo (Kuda's war experiences)
By Sungano A.
Because of the frustrating political situation in the then Rhodesia, Kuda leaves the University to join the armed struggle. In this book Kuda tells us of his experiences as a freedom fighter.
First Published: 1985
ISBN: 0 86922 342 9
Page Extent: 131
Imikhuba lamasiko amaNdebele (The traditions & culture of the AmaNdebele)
By Sigogo N.S.
This is a book the AmaNdebele have reasons to
be proud on their traditional culture and practices told in isiNdebele. It has been said
'A people without knowledge of their culture is like a tree without roots.
First Published: 1995
ISBN: 0 86922 624 X
Page Extent: 203
